England Rugby Union Team And Rugby Town

EDM number 139 in 2003-04, proposed by Andy King on 26/11/2003.

That this House congratulates the England Rugby Union team on its tremendous victory over Australia in the World Cup Final, making England World Champions for the first time ever; applauds the efforts of the players, coaching staff and all those involved in the sport; further commends the succes of all British rugby teams in the Rugby World Cup Tournament; pledges continued support for the England Rugby Union team in retaining the title and in being successful in other future competitions; and anticipates a very warm welcome for the team in visiting the town of Rugby, the birthplace of Rugby football.

This motion has been signed by a total of 31 MPs.